Gangsters in Music: From Doo-Wop to Hip-Hop
From the earliest days of rock n roll, a lot of the most popular artists were made, um, “offers they couldn’t refuse.”
The Eternal Delight of “Rapper’s Delight”
Admit it — when you hear the opening notes, you can’t help but move to the bang bang boogie. A look at an iconic, influential track.
The Novelty Song That Kickstarted Hip Hop
A quirky 1968 hit by an old vaudeville comic can lay some legitimate claim as an early precursor to hip-hop.
Gil Scott-Heron: Hail the Bluesologist
As part of 2021’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Gil Scott-Heron’s groundbreaking work is pivotal in rap, neo-soul, funk, and more.
